Detailer / Drafter Internship 2027

Drafting & Steel Detailing Internship – Summer 2027

Klute Engineering | York or Omaha, Nebraska | $23 / Hour

Turn What You’re Learning Into Real-World Experience!

Looking for an internship where you can do more than just observe? At Klute Engineering, you’ll get hands-on experience working on real customer projects, developing practical skills, and learning from professionals who do this work every day.

Our Drafting & Steel Detailing Internship is an opportunity to see how classroom concepts translate into real-world engineering and manufacturing. You’ll work alongside our experienced Detailing Team on projects involving steel structures used in electric utility substations and transmission lines across the country.

From developing detailed drawings to learning industry standards and working with 3D models, you’ll gain valuable experience that can help prepare you for a career in drafting, steel detailing, engineering, or manufacturing.

Whether you’re studying drafting, engineering, or a related technical field, this is your chance to build your skills, ask questions, take on meaningful work, and discover where your education can take you.

Even better? You can complete this internship at our York or Omaha office!

Internship Details

• Season: Summer 2027
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Location: In-office at either our Lincoln or Omaha location
• Pay: $23 per hour

What You’ll Do

You won’t just be watching from the sidelines! You’ll contribute to real projects while learning the technical skills and industry standards that make quality steel detailing possible.

• Develop detailed drawings based on project scope, customer specifications, AISC requirements, and Klute detailing standards.
• Review shop drawings prepared by internal and external detailers, learning how drawings are evaluated for accuracy and completeness.
• Export components from 3D models into DXF files used for programming and manufacturing.
• Work alongside experienced detailers to learn industry practices, technical processes, and problem-solving skills.
• Gain exposure to how detailed drawings support the fabrication of steel structures used in utility infrastructure projects across the United States.

What You’ll Gain

Real Experience. Real Projects. Real Skills.

• Hands-on learning: Apply what you’re learning in school to actual customer projects.
• Professional mentorship: Learn directly from experienced professionals who can help you grow your technical skills.
• Industry exposure: See how drafting and steel detailing connect engineering, design, and manufacturing.
• Career development: Build practical experience and a stronger understanding of potential career paths in the industry.
• Meaningful contributions: Be part of a team whose work supports critical electric utility infrastructure across the country.

Why Klute?

Klute is a third-generation, family-owned steel fabrication company that has been building quality products and strong relationships since 1961. Our work supports electric utility substation and transmission projects nationwide, combining skilled craftsmanship with advanced technology and a commitment to quality.

We believe developing future talent starts with giving students meaningful opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow. Our goal is for you to leave this internship with more than experience on your resume—you’ll have a better understanding of the industry, practical skills you can carry forward, and a clearer picture of what your future career could look like.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re curious, motivated, and excited to gain hands-on experience in drafting and steel detailing, we’d love to hear from you!

Start building your future with Klute Engineering this summer. 

Apply today and take the next step toward turning your education into experience!

Klute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.